New Freshmen Encouraged to Register for
University's Overnight Orientation

First-time Texas A&M International University freshmen can
learn what services and resources are available to them on campus
through a free Overnight Freshmen Orientation scheduled for
August 15-16.

Students can register to participate in Orientation by calling
the University's Office of Student Development. Early
registration is encouraged.

A $20 fully refundable deposit is required to register.

Participation in New Student Orientation is required for all
entering freshmen.

The supervised Overnight Freshmen Orientation will be held at
the University Village, the on-campus student housing. Students
participating in either Orientation session will check into
University Village at 9 a.m. and check out at 1 p.m. the
following day.

Participants will explore the University campus, attend
classes, and meet with University representatives to discuss
services available from Career Services, Programs for Academic
Support and Enrichment and Financial Aid. Social activities,
skits and entertainment are also included.

For further information, please contact the Office of Student
Development at 326-2280, or visit offices in
Kinesiology/Convocation Building, room 107. University office
hours are 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Additional information may also be secured by e-mail at
orientation @tamiu.edu or through the University's Web Page at
http://www.tamiu.edu/student/orientation/.

Journalists who need additional information or help with
media requests and interviews should contact the Office of Public
Affairs and Information Services at pais@tamiu.edu